Powerful peaks and glorious glaciers create an unforgettable Patagonia tour. The morning sun reflects off of the granite faces of the incomparable Andes. Dusk falls over one of the largest ice fields in the world. You feel the Andean breeze and the taste of perfectly prepared meat. After you visit the wild beauty of Patagonia on this Fitz Roy Trekking and Perito Moreno Glacier tour, no other camping trip will ever compare.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
El Calafate – Arrival in Patagonia
This morning, you land in the heart of southern Patagonia, the city of El Calafate, the jumping-off point to some of Argentina’s most exciting outdoor adventures. After being picked up from the hotel and dropped off at your lodgings, you can take the afternoon to walk the streets of El Calafate. The Glaciarium, a nearby museum dedicated to the history, makeup and significance of the region’s glaciers, is definitely worth a visit.
What's Included:
Day 2
El Calafate – Beginning Your Andean Excursion
Day 3
Rio Blanco – A Day at Court of the King of Patagonia
Day 4
Cerro Torre – The Fearsome Teeth of Cerro Torre
Day 5
El Chalten – One More Day in the Mountains
Day 6
El Calafate – Depart El Chalten
Day 7
El Calafate – An Unforgettable Tour of Perito Moreno Glacier
Day 8
El Calafate – Returning Home
Trip Highlights
- Spend three days and four nights within the incredible confines of Los Glaciares National Park, taking in all of the many splendid sights to be found throughout the park, from the towering reaches of Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre to the tranquil shores of Laguna Capri
- Experience the spectacular sensation of climbing Glacier Grande with experienced guides on a “Holiday On Ice,” complete with close-up views of this magnificent structure and lessons on ice-climbing in the midst of the spectacular Patagonian Andes
- Take in the breathtaking scene at Perito Moreno Glacier, one of Argentine Patagonia’s most important tourist attractions and one of the largest sheets of ice in the world
Detailed Description
The magic of Patagonia is known around the world. From the striking peaks that crown the horizon, to the massive glaciers that dominate the landscape. The area is filled with majesty, mystery, and memorable moments at every turn. This 8-day Fitz Roy Trekking and Perito Moreno Glacier tour gives you the chance to experience this region in all of its primal glory, deep in its rugged heart and surrounded by its incomparable majesty: this is an adventure that puts Magellan to shame.
Go deep in the shadows of the most impressive peaks of the Patagonian Andes, featuring the dramatic massif of Mount Fitz Roy. Camp out under the stars and within the boundaries of Los Glaciares National Park, experiencing this incredible expanse in a way that few others have. Ogle at the wonderful wildlife and spectacular scenery on your way out to the Perito Moreno Glacier, and then stand awestruck by this unique and unforgettable formation that is just a piece of one the largest ice caps on the planet.
From the towering peaks of the southern Andes to the plunging depths of Lago Argentino, from the beryl blue of light of Perito Moreno to the vibrant hues of a sunset over Cerro Torre, from the crisp mountain air to the smells of wood smoke and roasting Patagonian lamb, this is a trip that will awaken your senses and stir your imagination, leave you feeling in tune with nature and in awe of its miraculous beauty. It is a trip that will see you reluctant to leave and longing to return, and it is sure to be a trip that you will remember for the rest of your life.
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Starting Price
$3,300 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.86 stars based on 825 reviews.
We are basking in the memory of a simply amazing trip to Argentina with Zicasso... it was awesome. The responsiveness of our specialist and guides, and the attentiveness of service overall, was very noticeable throughout. In particular, there was a storm that hit in the days prior to our arrival in Bariloche (Argentine Patagonia Lake District) which impacted boat schedules, and behind the scenes, without us knowing, we were rebooked and rescheduled for various activities in a seamless fashion to ensure we got the hiking and other experiences we were hoping for. Great service!
Reviewed By Keith M.
Zicasso's travel specialist helped by booking and planning every aspect of our trip (flights, hotels, transfers, tours, etc), all based on my wishes, along with his suggestions. He also ensured we had time to relax between activities (so often, an agent books so many activities you don't get a chance to stop and sit, but we had a few hours each day to do so). From meeting us upon arrival to the constant communication during the trip, he made sure everything ran smoothly. We had to adjust a tour due to weather, but he was on top of it, ensuring we had other options for that day.
Our agent and his team made everything run smoothly and ensured we had a great trip to an area we were not familiar with.
Reviewed By Michelle J.
Zicasso's trip planner is perhaps the best travel consultant I have ever engaged. As a point of context, I am a retired corporate executive who traveled 250K to 500K miles per year over the last 15 years of my career. I had the advantages of executive assistants, a corporate travel department, and extensive administrative support. Even with all those advantages, this trip planner and his team set a new standard of excellence. My trip planning covered Antarctica, Argentina, and Brazil destinations over a five-week trip. The full trip was for my wife and me, with an additional two-week block for my two children to join us partway through the vacation. He also helped to arrange the holiday for another couple who were supposed to accompany us, but they had a medical emergency occur before the departed. This necessitated a great number of changes and cancelations, which he handled, seemingly without any problems and without any complaints.
I had only traveled to that part of the world in a business capacity before, so I was entirely reliant on our travel agent, not just for the physical arrangements, but to also take the time to understand our interests, curiosities, and desired outcomes. He brilliantly translated that into choices and recommendations that I truly cannot complain about. He is so wired into the hotels, travel options, restaurants, sites, and culture of Argentina, Brazil, and Antarctica that we were blown away by his skills and knowledge. He arranged boutique experiences, personal guides, and superior transportation at all stops. There were no gaps in our travel coverage and I was 100% confident in all of our day-to-day experiences. He knew of things that I never would have discovered on my own. The ease of communicating with him was superior. He always responded to our queries within hours and even had a direct U.S. telephone number so I did not even have to pay for long-distance phone calls.
Our experience so far exceeded my already high expectations that we want to return to Argentina again, and we want to find a way to employ his services again to plan future trips to South America and Africa. Also, each person he had us interact with (drivers, guides, and support staff) was unbelievably capable, but also displayed exuberance and superior customer-service attitudes. Potential problems were non-existent.
I would be personally willing to speak directly to anyone who is considering using this tour company as their travel provider if that would sway them to choose him and his team. I have run out of superlatives, but trust me, I have very high standards. I have been to over 50 countries in my life. I have lived on three continents and (thanks to him) I can finally say I have set foot on all seven continents. With that said, this travel agent earned my admiration as a professional in his field. I believe if you engaged anyone other than him, you would likely receive a fantastic experience, but not as good as it could have been.
Reviewed By Paul N.
Zicasso's travel agency surpassed everything we could have hoped and expected for our first trip to Argentina.
We had a perfect selection, based on our wishes, of small and quiet boutique hotels, punctual transport, knowledgeable guides, and immediate help via WhatsApp in the few instances we needed some guidance on unfamiliar cases.
Reviewed By Henri V.
We enjoyed our trip very much. It was absolutely beautiful!
Reviewed By Barbara S.
The trip was absolutely delightful. The itinerary was well-paced, allowing time for touring, sightseeing, and leisurely free time. Zicasso's travel agent did an exceptional job at each phase of the planning, organizing, and implementation. Individual tour guides were accommodating, thoughtful, gracious, and attentive. The travel agent made himself available throughout the trip, adapting when needed. All drivers were courteous, efficient, and always on time. While none of the drivers spoke English, they made every effort to communicate as best as possible.
Reviewed By Gail G.
